A Mother's Love: Honoring Our Moms and Mary, the Mother of Jesus

Why Mother's Day is More Meaningful When We Look to Mary as Our Spiritual Mother

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Dear Reader,

Mother’s Day is a beautiful opportunity to reflect on the women who gave us life, who raised us, who nurtured us—and in many cases, who sacrificed so much so we could flourish. For many of us, it’s a time to call Mom, send flowers, or simply say "thank you" for the quiet strength and constant love she’s shown over the years.

But as Catholics, Mother’s Day also invites us to look upward and inward—to another Mother. One whose “yes” changed the world forever. One who stands not only as the mother of Jesus, but as our mother too: Mary.

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Mary and the Beauty of Motherhood

When the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she would bear the Son of God, her response wasn’t passive—it was bold, courageous, and full of faith: “Be it done unto me according to thy word.” (Luke 1:38)

Mary’s “yes” wasn't a one-time event. It was a daily surrender to God's will. From the moment she conceived Jesus, through His ministry, His Passion, and His Resurrection, Mary was there. Loving. Watching. Grieving. Hoping.

This is why Catholics hold her in such high esteem. She wasn't just a woman who gave birth to Jesus—she was chosen by God, full of grace, to be the Theotokos—the God-bearer. In doing so, she became a model for all Christians in her obedience, humility, and faithfulness.